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    Brittany T.

    Finally made it to Dia Beacon and am so happy I did! We got lucky and saw some pretty cool exhibits, including Richard Serra's pieces that my husband loved. It's a short walk from the train station in Beacon but there's also a free parking lot. Tickets are $25. Plan to spend at least a couple hours here to get through everything with enough time to really savor it. There's so much to see here. There's also a cute cafe with yummy focaccia if you're looking for a little snack on your way out!

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    Emily G.

    Dia Beacon is a lovely museum. General Adult admission is $20, and I felt it was worth it. I took a day trip from New York city (Metro North). Dia Beacon is only a 10 minute walk from the station, which was nice. The outside is beautiful and serene, and so is the museum itself. Of course, the interesting art is very captivating. It focuses on modern art and a lot of holistic exhibits and scenes. I like how each of the exhibits offers multiple laminated sheets rather than having the exhibit labels on the wall, so you can read about the exhibit while examining the art or space. The building it also beautiful to look at and walk around. It was refreshing to go to a museum that isn't packed full of tourists (i still love you, NYC); there were times my partner and I were the only ones in the room, even though we visited on a Sunday! You got to visit Dia Beacon while you're in town!

    Johnny N.

    I've always had a bit of a beef with modern art. Well I don't know if "beef" is the right term, but I guess I'm one of those people who don't really get it. I don't see the merit to a rectangle of patchy moss on the ground, shards of broken glass on the floor, a big hole in the floor, or barbed wire just hanging in a room. I just have so much more respect and admiration for a good painting or a sculpture. While I'm standing on business with that opinion, what I loved so much about Dia Beacon was the building itself. It is an old Nabisco box-printing facility that has been repurposed into this museum. It is ENORMOUS, and the layout and the architecture are captivatingly beautiful. You could walk around in here for hours, and I did ahahaa. There is something I find so fascinating about old industrial buildings like this. It may be how the sheer size and magnitude makes me feel how small we are individually, but together we can build something amazing..... Okay that may be corny af ahaahha but I just feel like anything is possible when I am in a big building like this. I was walking around in here for probably 2 hours with my hands behind my back, just appreciating the peace and quiet more than anything else. There is a certain reverence I felt in here that I don't get often, as most popular museums are overrun with tourists and the manic energy that comes with them. I actually felt like I could breathe in here.... and I went prime time on a Saturday lol. I will admit the Warhol portion is sick though, he's a legend. IG @jnov_ Tiktok @jnov_reviews

    Agta B.

    Amazing art museum set in an old warehouse and with an outdoor component. Definitely with the visit. I recommend off peak visits as it can get quite crowded.

    Alex R.

    Visit to the Dia museum is a great end to a day trip to Beacon. It's a quick walk from the train station. The space is cavernous, as it used to be a former Nabisco factory. That said, it's not particularly well utilized. Lots of rooms feel empty and some of the art is minimalist to the point where it barely registers in the huge space . There are some very cool rooms. The basement hall Steve McQueen exhibit is interactive and disorienting in a good way. The upper level sculptures are also worth exploring . Andy Warhol prints are great .

    Rondell A.

    Gorgeous architecture and collection of modern art. Dea Beacon is very secluded and difficult to reach unless you have a car or is willing to take ~1.5 hour train ride from NYC, but it's very much worth the effort!! As mention the venue itself is amazing and spacious to cater to the wide-ranging scales of artwork. Every space was picture perfect and was complimented by the artwork. Reserve your tickets in advance and tickets are around $15-$20. Highly recommend the art/museum enthusiasts!

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    Chris D.

    Love going and love the space. There are a few installations that have been there for years, so I would love to see some more new things when I go. Staff were mostly nice, some a little overbearing. Wouldn't go back regularly, but once every few years is good.

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    Micah M.

    A spacious small museum with wonderful lighting and acoustics. I have visited this museum over many years, so some photos may reflect previous exhibits. Artwork exhibited is from the period covering the 1960's to the present. My favoritesto date are by Richard Serra, Louise Bourgeois and Dan Flavin. Great rainy day destination. A Metro North train ride only an hour (express) away from midtown Manhattan.

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    Anjolika B.

    I recently visited Beacon for the first time and this was a pleasant way to spend a rainy day. It's a huge and well maintained space. I'll start by saying something that sounds a little obvious but needs to be said anyway, if you really don't like modern art you won't like most of the art here. Personally there were things I really loved and things that didn't appeal to me (like with any museum). I really liked all the neon displays as well as the On Kawara Date series. I'd highly recommend reading the excerpts they have for each room as it gives context to the pieces that seem pretty simple to look at. The main display in the basement is really creepy but interesting. I wouldn't go there at night by myself. But overall a cool way to spend the day!

    Albert L.

    Dia Beason isn't exactly the most accessible museum both figuratively and literally. As a contemporary art museum with large scale pieces, it can challenge and befuddle - and that's the point. And as a museum located by the Hudson, it will take presumably most of its visitors nearly an hour and a half to two by either train or car past the high rises of Manhattan to get its location in the historic and charming town of Beacon. But for my wife and I it was worth it. The pieces are incredibly immersive even without a description (ridiculously, there are only QR codes to access that), and there is an epic play with form and reality with each piece that you have to see in person to believe. I think the best museums know how to curate their pieces in a manner that allows you to discover them whilst discovering the building that houses them and Dia Beacon is no exception.

    Jimmy H.

    Lovely museum. Very massive, which gives it the ability to showcase larger works or big collections. I liked a lot of the works there. It can be a bit overwhelming because the spaces are so massive and numerous, and the floor plan can be a bit confusing to navigate, as there are technically 3-4 levels, but they're not all the same size, and, well, it's just complicated. Forget trying to figure out the map and just ask for directions. They're currently doing timed tickets, which you can purchase on their website. The time slot is an hour long, so no worries about not hitting your time slot. Parking seems ample, especially during these Covid times. The gift is as you might expect, with seemingly a heavy emphasis on books. Bathrooms: Clean, spacious, functional, as you might expect from a massive museum in the suburbs.

    Sara B.

    Not my vibe, but doesn't mean that it wasn't a cool and different experience. Also doesn't mean that you won't absolutely love it! The deal - 15$ admission. Make a reservation in advance since capacity is limited and tickets will likely sell out- especially on a weekend. It took us around an hour to walk through the exhibits, but this could of course be a much longer experience if you are digging it. To me, the exhibits were a little bland. A few examples - a rock on top of a pillow, a light saber on top of a barrel of hay, and a pile of sand. The highlight of the museum was the basement level disco / rave. Fun lights, cool music - felt less like a museum and more like a warehouse party. The actual space is clean, spacious and well mapped out. There are plenty of bathrooms, and lots of staff around incase you have questions. There is also a cute gift shop / cafe area near the exit. The staff was a bit rude. Right now they are (very understandably) monitoring how close you get to the exhibits, other patrons, etc. Instead of 'telling' us we felt like we were 'reprimanded' a few times. Again, totally get that distance is more important than ever. If it needs to be said, just say it with a smile! On a cloudy and cold day this was an interesting indoor experience and a very different way to spend an hour or so. I'm glad we stopped by, but it's not likely that I will return.

    Angela YJ B.

    Dia Beacon !!!!! Among all the museums in the city, one that I have not been yet during the 20 years of Ny/NJ life. Right on the Hudson River bank, a factory style. Well .... but as for me, nothing too exciting ... and again, I am no art connoisseur ^^ Rather than the art itself, the capacious space, quiet location, unusual works can amaze you. Quite a drive from the GW Bridge, but worth it when you get there.

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    Interesting museum with large rooms featuring various types of art. Some you'll like, some you won't. Give it a shot.

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    Terrific space with amazing large scale work. Love to go here and just be at peace and absorb the art.

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    Magazzino Italian Art

    Magazzino Italian Art

    4.6(11 reviews)
    6.0 mi

    Magazzino is a museum in Cold Spring, NY that displays Postwar & Contemporary Italian Art. We…read morevisited this space on a Saturday "day trip". When we first arrived at Magazzino, staff let us view the Antonio Marras and Maria Lai: Llencols De Aigua Installation- this will be there until January 2026. All of us visitors were then told that some areas are not open to the public at this time. This promopted the woman at the front desk in this specific building to state that museum general admission is 1/2 price per person ($10 instead of $20) and that she could only take one form of payment. Because we wanted to pay cash, we were told that we can pay admission in the next nearby building w/ separate staff. It was nice weather that day, & we enjoyed walking on the property to the next building. Although a portion of the space was closed to patrons, we got to see some artwork w/ in Robert Olnick Pavilion, which was created in 2023. This included the Arte Povera which is their Permanent Collection. The architectural design of Magazzino Italian Art is modern & beautiful in its simplicity. Magazzino has lots of campus-style open space w/ beautifully massive windows & gorgeous greenery. A water feature & open walkway between one gallery to another completes the nice minimalist aesthetic. Favorite Masterpieces : Michelangelo Pistoletto -Stracci Italiani,2007 Michelangelo Pistoletto- Siera di giornali, 1966-2017 Luciano Fabro - Italia all' asta, 1994 Luciano Febro - Due nudi crescendo le scale, 1987-1989 Luciano Fabro - Efeso II, 1986 Marisa Merz - Senza titolo, undated Mario Merz - Che fare?, 1968-1973 Mario Merz - Igloo con vortice, 1981 Giuseppe Penone - Albero di 3 metri, 1988 Giulio Paolini - Mimesi, 1976-1988 Giuseppe Penone - Unghia e marmo, 1988 (placed outside on greenery made of marble & glass) Magazzino Italian Art has outside tables & chairs. We sat for a bit and enjoyed the fresh air and views. We had to get a picture of the words "Reject Racism" etched onto the entrance door before our departure. What a good way to end our visit! magazzino.art @magazzinoart

    I love this museum. It is worth visiting for the architecture alone. The beautiful light filled…read morespaces are the perfect backdrop to any artwork that they choose to exhibit. Also right up the hill from the museum, you can visit a collection of donkeys. Don't miss this Hudson Valley gem.

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    Storm King Art Center - its vibrant hues contrast beautifully against the greenery and sky.

    Storm King Art Center

    4.5(418 reviews)
    6.5 mi

    Went on the last day before it closes for the season…read more It's very modern ticket center and restrooms. There is also a free tram that takes you around if you don't want to walk. A qr code on the map can be scanned in order to obtain additional information on the sculptures. Some extra walking might need to be done in order to get to the foot of the sculptures. There are also bike rentals if interested. Staff are all kind and helpful. Just ask. Dress warm if you come this time of year. It's definitely a lot more colder then downstate. Cider in the outdoor cafe helped a bit. Will try to come back in warmer months as there's picnic tables that may make it a great day trip.

    STEPH JUDGMENT: An incredible (mostly) outdoor art museum…read more We'd heard a lot of great things about this museum so we knew it was a must-visit. Even with our high expectations we were still very impressed. It's a 500+ acre museum where most of the works are monumental and/or site-specific sculptures. The $25 admission is a great deal for so much amazing art, and the equally amazing grounds. We spent 6+ hours here but didn't get to see everything. We were also just on foot, but they do have trams and bike rentals. The weather was gorgeous on the day of our visit and we were having a ball wending our way around leafy trails and expansive emerald meadows, all interspersed with works of art. There was also a re-creation of a Norman chateau that served as an indoor museum and gift shop. Their cafe was excellent; I got the French onion burger with veggie patty (mushroom-based, great flavor, with melted Gruyere) and an iced cold brew, and the hubby got a grilled cheese, which was also good. We had such a great time; would definitely love to visit Sharon

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    Striking red steel sculpture set against the lush rolling hills of the Hudson Valley it perfectly captures the harmony between art and natu

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    If your pictures aren't good enough, you're not close enough. --Robert Capa

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    There is nothing new in the world except the history you do not know. --Harry S. Truman

    Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site

    Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site

    4.4(20 reviews)
    1.4 mi

    What a great little historic spot tucked along the Hudson River. We were trying to kill time before…read morean afternoon wedding and I came across this place while searching online. This historic site was home to pivotal decisions during the Revolutionary War, made by George Washington himself. The museum/buildings themselves have limited hours (which are listed on the parks website) but we were able to walk the grounds freely which was nice. There are gates/fencing surrounding the site, which were locked as we went around - but toward the opposite side of the site (where I believe their designated parking lot is? We weren't sure but it looked like their lot) there is an opening where you can walk a gravel path that will take you through the site. It was really cool being able to see the buildings here. Even though the park is nestled in a neighborhood/town, I felt pretty immersed in the history just walking along the paths. We got to see the buildings that George Washington was present in, plus the various monuments that were erected on site. The state parks put up informational signs around the area so we could easily read up on the history. It was a really nice way to get even just a taste of history while we were here, which was perfect for our constricted time frame. If I'm ever traveling this way again, I'd definitely try to make it for a tour of the interiors.

    Very nice park to walk around. There are few historic monuments here. Great views. If you are…read morenearby, definitely worth visiting.

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    MARIA LAGO - The seven sisters, mixed media painting

    MARIA LAGO

    5.0(1 review)
    1.0 mi

    The artwork of Maria Lago is inspirational and technically astonishing. A must see, must visit for…read moreHudson Valley art lovers.

    From the owner: Studio 502 This beautiful 1000 square ft. gallery space with…read moreviews looking out to Mt. Beacon and overlooking Beacon Falls will be owned and operated by the artist, Maria Lago. Maria intends to use the space as a working studio and on-going exhibition space for her art works. The studio will keep regular weekend hours and will be also be open by appointment for private showings. About Maria Lago Maria Lago is an accomplished artist whose work has featured prominently in private collections, museums and galleries in Europe and the United States. A long-time New York resident, Maria Lago is originally from Asturias, in Northern Spain and the magic and mystery of her art work is greatly influenced by the pre-historic caves paintings of the region. Each work is a thick mixture of materials such as plaster, glue, sand, shells, pebbles, and wood that she uses to cover the canvas, creating a base that resembles destroyed ruins or an eroded cave wall. The strong expressionistic works employ primitive symbols and archetypal images to explore both the universal human condition and her individual experience. The subjects of the paintings range from the artist in her studio, to landscapes to feminist visions of creation. Whether they depict a landscape, an animal, or a studio interior, the work explores man's origins and his integration into the surrounding world.

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    Motorcyclepedia - Hollywood motorcycles

    Motorcyclepedia

    4.8(33 reviews)
    2.6 mi

    Newburgh, NY - if you'd assumed that Orange County Choppers hailed from Orange County, CA (as I…read moredid), it might surprise you to learn they were actually founded in Orange County, NY, and formerly headquartered in Newburgh. So there's a pleasing logic to Motorcyclepedia setting up shop in this city, which turned out to have a surprising motorcycle pedigree associated with its industrial-era manufacturing past. The core of the collection is American iron: Harley-Davidson, custom choppers (including works by Arlen Ness and a tribute to Indian Larry), rarities like the short lived Excelsior-Henderson, and antique pioneer motorcycles, as well as police & military bikes (including one that was part of the motorcade when JFK was assassinated), and more that are part of specialty and thematic exhibits. A smattering of British, Japanese, and European brands are represented as well. The crown jewel is the massive gallery dedicated to Indian motorcycles - I believe one of the largest Indian collections in the world - displaying every model made (originals and replicas) between 1901-1953 during active production. Even if you're not a moto enthusiast, this museum is super cool and interesting, and is very family/kids-friendly! (Free admission for ages 16 and under.) There's an awesome exhibit of iconic motorcycles from Hollywood TV & movie classics such as The Terminator, Ghost Rider, Easy Rider, Tron, Batman, Happy Days, etc. And as a fan of 60s-70s B movies, I also dug the groovy retro music & movie memorabilia spread out across the museum. Kids are more than welcome. My preschooler (who's more of a car guy) loves the play corner with toys, rides, coloring, and cartoons, or just wandering around the sprawling complex looking at stuff, which is an adventure in itself (and exercise for me!). There are many unique vehicles, not just old bikes and whatnot, though yes, plenty of those too. Founded by Gerald "Jerry" Doering and joined by his son Ted, the father-son duo opened Motorcyclepedia in 2011 (incidentally right after the conclusion of the American Chopper series which propelled OCC to fame) in this massive 85,000 sqft space, starting with their own collection and growing it to the 750+ bikes on display today over two warehouse-sized levels. Wear walking shoes! I was surprised by how much bigger the space kept revealing itself to be. Motorcyclepedia is an absolute treasure, and a must-do attraction in the Hudson Valley IMO. Whether you're a casual visitor or a die-hard motorhead and history buff, there's a lot to explore and be entertained by, with plenty of photo ops and props. We've shared this experience with many out-of-town visitors and everyone has loved it.

    This is quite a place to visit and admire the history of motorcycles. With over 700 motorcycles,…read moreyou can see Indian, Harley, and other motorcycles from their beginnings. The staff is amazing, and super helpful. Yesterday, our motorcycle group met up to visit the museum, and we met amazing Marilyn, now 81, who used to ride motorcycles in one of those metal cages when she was younger. It is always a fun adventure, but I do wish the simulation machine was in operation more often. Definitely worth a visit to this museum.

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